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Ultra running shoe reviews

Best ultra running shoes
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37 shoes reviewed

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  1. Hoka Speedgoat 5
    88
    Great
    Hoka Speedgoat 5
    Any color
    Hoka Speedgoat 5 - Fiesta/Radiant Yellow (FRYL)
    $155 $120
    Save 23%
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  2. KEEN Seek
    79
    Good
    KEEN Seek
    Any color
    KEEN Seek - Willowherb/Orange Peel (1031473)
    KEEN Seek - Safari/Black (1032314)
    KEEN Seek - Multi (1031472)
    KEEN Seek - Black/Sunset Sand (1031331)
    KEEN Seek - Black/Magnet (1032317)
    $185 $171
    Save 8%
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  3. Inov8 Trailfly Max
    75
    Bad
    Inov8 Trailfly Max
    Any color
    Inov8 Trailfly Max - Multi (001279NYRDYW)
    Inov8 Trailfly Max - Black / Light Grey (001279BKLGRD)
    $170 $126
    Save 26%
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  4. Salomon S/Lab Ultra
    82
    Good
    Salomon S/Lab Ultra
    $240
    See on eBay
  5. ASICS Trabuco 14
    New
    N/A
    Not enough reviews yet
    ASICS Trabuco 14
    $145
    See on REI
  6. Mount to Coast H1
    New
    N/A
    Not enough reviews yet
    Mount to Coast H1
    $160
    See on Fleet Feet
  7. Kailas Fuga EX Pro
    80
    Good
    Kailas Fuga EX Pro

    Out of stock in all 43 shops

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Over time, we've reviewed several ultra-ready shoes that won't leave you hanging when it's time to perform. We test each of these thoroughly for you to know if they will be a reliable partner for your use. Our ultra running shoe reviews keep up with anybody's requirements, whether they need something waterproof, snow-adaptable, or even mud-ready.